The International Monetary Fund's cheap version of livelihood support The criterion for choosing a support tool is its effectiveness in maintaining the purchasing power of households.
"Costly Subsidies Under the Microscope of the International Monetary Fund "Global Lessons for Iran's Economy" is the title of the report by Motthara Harodmandat on the website of Ekhtaznews. This is what is said in part of this report;.
In a report published on October 6, 2026, the International Monetary Fund emphasizes that direct and targeted support for vulnerable groups can maintain the purchasing power of low-income households at a much lower cost than comprehensive subsidies.
The IMF's main finding is that supporting people does not necessarily mean paying subsidies to all consumers or general price stabilization.
This experience is also important for Iran's economy. Under conditions of limited budgetary resources and continued inflationary pressure, the choice of the support tool should be based on its effectiveness in maintaining the purchasing power of households, and not only on the extent of the payment range.
Report details.